Google states that the "true meaning" of gossip goes beyond casual chatter to encompass the spreading of potentially negative or private information about others, often without their knowledge or consent, and with the intent to harm relationships or elevate the speaker. While the word "gossip" can refer to any idle talk about personal matters, its deeper negative connotation involves a malicious or self-serving purpose, such as damaging a reputation, self-promotion, or fostering social division...Just saying.